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CVE-2003-0235

First published: Wed May 07 2003(Updated: )

Format string vulnerability in POP3 client for Mirabilis ICQ Pro 2003a allows remote malicious servers to execute arbitrary code via format strings in the response to a UIDL command.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
CenterICQ=99a_2.15build1701
CenterICQ=99a_2.21build1800
CenterICQ=2000.0a
CenterICQ=2000.0b_build3278
CenterICQ=2001a
CenterICQ=2001b_build3636
CenterICQ=2001b_build3638
CenterICQ=2001b_build3659
CenterICQ=2002a_build3722
CenterICQ=2002a_build3727
CenterICQ=2003a_build3777
CenterICQ=2003a_build3799
CenterICQ=2003a_build3800

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-0235?

    CVE-2003-0235 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-0235?

    To address CVE-2003-0235, update to a patched version of the Mirabilis ICQ client that resolves the format string vulnerability.

  • What are the affected versions for CVE-2003-0235?

    CVE-2003-0235 affects Mirabilis ICQ Pro versions including 99a_2.15build1701, 99a_2.21build1800, and several 2000 to 2003 builds.

  • How does CVE-2003-0235 exploit work?

    CVE-2003-0235 exploits a format string flaw in the POP3 client that can be triggered by malicious responses to the UIDL command.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2003-0235?

    A temporary workaround for CVE-2003-0235 is to disable or limit the use of the affected POP3 client until a patch is applied.

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